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WATCH: Lionesses star Mary Earps' hilarious reaction to winning BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2023

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  • Earps got the most votes for the BBC prize
  • Became the first goalkeeper ever to win the accolade
  • Comes up with a funny reaction to winning the award
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The 30-year-old goalkeeper was acknowledged for her outstanding performances throughout the 2022-23 season for England and Manchester United as she played a crucial role in guiding the Red Devils to a second-place finish in the Women's Super League (WSL) and also contributed significantly to the Lionesses' journey to the World Cup final where Sarina Wiegman's troops went down 1-0 to Spain. Earps had a hilarious response when she was asked for a reaction to her win as she grabbed the videographer and shook her vigorously before heading off to the training pitch.

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  • WHAT EARPS SAID

    In the video, we can see the cameraperson saying: "Back here again. Can say congrats officially. Now!"

    Earps walked towards her, closed down on the camera in mirth and said: "That was the celebration last time."

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The selection process involved a five-player shortlist curated by a panel of football experts. Notably, Earps secured the top position in the voting, surpassing the 2023 Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati and Chelsea and Australia forward, Sam Kerr, who secured the third position.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR EARPS?

    Earps is presently on international duty with the England national team, ahead of two crucial Nations League fixtures. She will be in action against the Netherlands on Friday followed by an encounter with Scotland four days later. After finishing her international commitments, Earps is expected to return to Women's Super League (WSL) action with Manchester United, facing Tottenham on December 10.